Mathcad vs SymPy : Which is Better?

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Mathcad

Mathcad is software for the verification, validation, documentation and re-use of engineering calculations. Developed by PTC

License: Commercial

Apps available for Windows

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SymPy

SymPy is a Python library for symbolic computation. It provides computer algebra capabilities either as a standalone application, as a library to other applications, or live on the web as SymPy Live or SymPy Gamma.

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

Mathcad VS SymPy Feature comparision

Feature Mathcad SymPy
WYSIWYG Support
Portable
Symbolic Computation
Calculus solving
Constructive geometry
Equation solving
Algebra
Formula Builder
Equation editor
Built-in editor
Simulation
Education
Graphing calculator
Mechanical Simulation
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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